Justin Gage returns to practice

Titans receiver Justin Gage returned to the practice field on Wednesday for the first time since suffering a back injury on Nov. 8 against the 49ers.

“He will be classified as limited practice,’’ Coach Jeff Fisher said.

Rookie Kenny Britt has started three straight games in Gage’s absence, and on Sunday had seven catches for 128 yards and the game-winning touchdown.

Gage suffered multiple fractures in his back when he landed after making a catch. Fisher said Gage would get his starting job back when he’s healthy. Whether that happens this Sunday against the Colts remains to be seen, however.

“When Justin comes back and is 100 percent he is going to start, and Kenny is going to play,’’ Fisher said. “That’s just the way things are. Kenny was playing before Justin got hurt.’’